Constructing Sectoral Micro Acceleration Programs (MAPs) and Bringing New Partners to the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem 

This paper examines the role of Science and Technology Parks (STPs) and Areas of Innovation (AOIs) in the entrepreneurship ecosystem by fostering sectoral micro acceleration programs (MAPs) and attracting new partners to the ecosystem. The study argues that corporate entrepreneurship and acceleration programs often face challenges related to efficiency, sustainability, and self-sufficiency. ITU Cekirdek, recognized in 2023 as the world's best university incubator by UBI Global, has successfully implemented sectoral micro-acceleration programs for over 10 years, demonstrating a proven model to address these challenges. As a result of this experience, a three-phase model has been developed for institutions. This paper presents the structure of these phases and shares program outcomes through case studies of Energy Micro Accelerator Program (E-MAP) carried out in partnership with the Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) and the Association of Electricity Distribution System Operators (Elder) in Turkiye.